Nursing responsibilities for the LPN/LVN who provides IV therapy include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Performing within the state nurse practice act
2. Preparing and educating clients about IV therapy
3. Assigning UAP to monitor the client
4. Maintaining droplet precautions for any client with an IV in place
5. Reporting needle stick injuries to the CDC
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Rationale: The LPN/LVN must know what is legal for them to do and must always perform duties within the scope of practice
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